warning CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2006 1.G Owners Manual

Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturers recommended brake fluid, refer
to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct fluid
type.WARNING!
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
•Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point or unidentified as to specification,
may result in sudden brake failure during hard
prolonged braking. You could have an accident.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and Mopar Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid
soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please
do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-
gents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather
upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not
required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-
type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window
equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter
window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use
scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch
the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
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High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) — If
Equipped
The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the
headlight switch off and the key removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb
yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the
headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious
electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced prop-
erly. See your authorized dealer for service.
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis-
charge Headlights (HID), when the headlights are turned
on there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and
becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as
the system charges.
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WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
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Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
420 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Adding Fuel........................... 300
Adding Washer Fluid .................. 132,357
Additives, Fuel ......................... 298
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 137
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 353
Air Conditioning ..................... 235,240
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 235
Air Conditioning Filter .................253,354
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 353
Air Conditioning System ..........235,240,243,353
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 236
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 283
Airbag ................................ 45
Airbag Deployment ....................... 57
Airbag Light ................... 49,50,59,72,175
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 58
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ............... 46
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 26
Alignment and Balance ................... 290 All Wheel Drive (AWD)
.............266,291,370
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 228
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........359,360,386
Disposal ............................ 362
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 269
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 169
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 26
Appearance Care ........................ 372
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 26
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 32
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 80
Automatic Door Locks ................... 17,18
Automatic Headlights .................... 128
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 243
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 261
Adding Fluid ......................... 388
Interlock System ....................... 262
Reset Mode .......................... 262
422 INDEX

Selection Of Lubricant................367,388
Shifting ............................. 263
Special Additives ...................... 370
Automatic Transmission ................... 367
Adding Fluid ......................... 368
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 369
Fluid Change ......................... 369
Fluid Level Check ...................... 368
Fluid Type ........................... 367
Autostick ........................... 139,264
Ball Joints ............................. 355
Battery ............................... 351
Gas Caution .......................... 352
Jump Starting ......................... 327
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 24
Bearings .............................. 372
Belts, Drive ............................ 348
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 356 B-Pillar Location
........................ 278
Brake, Parking .......................... 266
Brake System ........................ 268,364
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... 269
Fluid Check ....................... 365,388
Hoses .............................. 364
Warning Light ........................ 170
Brakes ............................. 268,364
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 261
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 71
Bulb Replacement ....................... 382
Bulbs, Light ............................ 381
Calibration, Compass ..................... 184
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 386
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ 300
Oil (Engine) ....................... 346,347
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 361
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Car Washes............................ 373
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................. 299
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 156
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ....................... 158
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 157
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance ......... 232
Cassette Tape Player ................... 207,211
Catalytic Converter ...................... 350
Caution, Exhaust Gas ................... 71,357
CD (Compact Disc) Changer ..........193,203,215
CD (Compact Disc) Player . . . 187,191,197,201,207,213
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance ........ 233
Cellular Phone ........................ 83,233
Chains, Tire ............................ 294
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 320
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 275
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............173,341 Child Restraint
.......................... 60
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............61,63
Child Safety Locks ........................ 19
Child Seat .............................. 68
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 297
Climate Control ......................... 234
Clock ................................ 186
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 233
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 286
Compass .............................. 183
Compass Calibration ..................... 184
Compass Variance ....................... 184
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 185
Console .............................. 155
Console, Floor .......................... 155
Console, Overhead ....................... 141
Contract, Service ........................ 416
Coolant Pressure Cap ..................... 361
Cooling System ......................... 358
424 INDEX

Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 82
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 152
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 138
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 176
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 318
Jacking ............................. 320
Jump Starting ......................... 327
Overheating .......................... 319
Emission Control System Maintenance ......341,390
Engine ............................ 338,339
Air Cleaner .......................... 349
Air Cleaner Filter ...................... 349
Block Heater ......................... 260
Break-In Recommendations ................ 71
Checking Oil Level ..................... 344
Compartment ...................... 338,339
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 387
Cooling ............................. 358 Exhaust Gas Caution
.................. 31,299
Fails to Start .......................... 259
Fuel Requirements .................. 296,386
Oil ........................... 344,386,387
Oil Change Interval .................... 345
Oil Disposal .......................... 348
Oil Filler Cap ...................... 346,347
Oil Filter Disposal ...................... 348
Oil Selection ....................... 346,386
Oil Synthetic ......................... 348
Overheating .......................... 319
Temperature Gauge ..................... 168
Exhaust Gas Caution ..............31,71,299,358
Exhaust System ......................... 357
Extender, Seat Belt ........................ 44
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 80
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 349
426 INDEX

Air Conditioning.................... 253,354
Automatic Transaxle .................... 369
Engine Oil ........................ 348,387
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 348
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 318
Turn Signal ..................... 169,384,385
Floor Console .......................... 155
Fluid Capacities ......................... 386
Fluid Leaks ............................. 73
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................. 368
Brake ............................ 365,388
Power Steering ..................... 354,388
Fluids ................................ 387
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 387
Fog Light Service ........................ 384
Fog Lights ....................... 129,174,384
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 116 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
................... 330
Fuel ................................. 296
Adding ............................. 300
Additives ............................ 298
Clean Air ............................ 297
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................... 300
Gasoline ............................ 296
Gauge .............................. 169
Hoses .............................. 367
Octane Rating ...................... 296,387
Requirements ...................... 296,386
Tank Capacity ........................ 386
Fuel System Caution ..................... 298
Fueling ............................... 300
Fuses ................................ 377
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) ........... 142
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............300,341
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 297
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